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2017 Map of Osage City

Name: 2017 Topographic Map of Osage City
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2017
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2017

About this map

The confluence of the Missouri River and the Osage River dominates this 2017 study of the Missouri heartland, revealing the intricate water systems that have shaped settlement patterns in Cole, Callaway, and Osage Counties. Jefferson City expands its eastern reach into a landscape of winding creek beds and ridges, anchored by established communities like Osage City and Taos. The terrain is marked by numerous family and community landmarks, including Saint Xaviers Cem and Thorp Cem, providing valuable points of reference for genealogists tracking local ancestry.

Agricultural and suburban development follows the contours of Rising Creek and the Moreau River, while newer water features such as Forest Lake and Twehaus Lake punctuate the hillsides. Small settlements like Schubert and Wainwright remain connected by a dense network of county roads, such as Co Rd 4031 and State Rd AA, reflecting the enduring rural character of the region outside the state capital's immediate footprint.